Associate - Digital Infrastructure

About the role

We are seeking an Investment Banking Associate to join our Digital Infrastructure team. The Associate will play a key role in executing M&A, capital raising, and strategic advisory transactions across the digital infrastructure ecosystem, including data centers, fiber networks, wireless infrastructure, communications infrastructure, cloud services, edge computing, and related technology-enabled infrastructure assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute mergers & acquisitions, debt financings, equity financings, and strategic advisory assignments within the digital infrastructure sector.
• Build and maintain detailed financial models, including DCF, trading comparables, precedent transactions, merger models, and LBO analyses.
• Prepare pitch books, management presentations, offering memoranda, and other client materials.
• Conduct industry and company-specific research on digital infrastructure markets and trends.
• Manage due diligence processes and coordinate workstreams with clients, legal counsel, accountants, and other advisors.
• Draft marketing materials and investor presentations for capital raises and transaction processes.
• Participate in client meetings, management presentations, and investor discussions.
• Mentor and oversee Analyst-level team members while reviewing work product for accuracy and quality.
• Support senior bankers in developing client relationships and originating new business opportunities.

Coverage Focus

• Data Centers
• Fiber & Broadband Networks
• Telecommunications Infrastructure
• Wireless Towers & Small Cells
• Cloud & Edge Infrastructure
• Digital Connectivity Platforms
• Network Services
• Managed Infrastructure Providers
• AI Infrastructure & Compute Platforms
• Communications Technology Infrastructure

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of experience in investment banking, corporate finance, valuation, transaction advisory, private equity, or a related field.
• Prior investment banking experience at the Analyst or Associate level strongly preferred.
• Experience covering Digital Infrastructure, Technology, Telecom, Communications, Infrastructure, Industrials, or related sectors is a plus.
• Strong financial modeling and valuation skills.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Bachelor's degree with a strong academic record.

Preferred Skills

• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint proficiency.
• Experience working on M&A transactions and capital markets assignments.
• Familiarity with key industry metrics such as EBITDA, recurring revenue, utilization, contracted revenue, network reach, and infrastructure asset valuation methodologies.
• Ability to interact effectively with executives, investors, and sponsors.

Benefits

The position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Schedule

The role is full-time and based in our New York office.